Last week, U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging Chairman Herb Kohl (D-WI) held a hearing on the economic downturn’s effect on retirement security, particularly for those who are on the brink of retirement.
Senior living communities offering menu choices that include lots of fish, olive oil, veggies, and other foods common in Mediterranean-style cuisine could help residents ward off mild cognitive impairment, also known as borderline dementia.
Senior living providers have yet another reason to make the active engagement of their residents a priority—not only will residents feel happier, they’ll also live longer. According to recent research published in American Psychologist, about 17 percent o
A new study highlights an increasing challenge for assisted living providers—caring for overweight and obese seniors. Researchers used to think that obesity increased the risk of death in all age groups, but a new study by The Peninsula Medical School in
Even seniors who get enough sleep may be affected by circadian rhythm problems, which can then lead to short-term memory loss and a decline in overall memory function. Stanford University researchers have concluded that when an individual’s natural body c
Paro, a fur-covered robot that looks like a seal pup, has become a popular therapeutic toy for seniors with dementia—giving providers another way of addressing behavioral disturbances among assisted living residents with Alzheimer’s disease. The robot, wh
Written Testimony submitted to the Senate Special Committee on Aging
In November, senior living providers nationwide will participate in an important public service—educating residents, families, prospective residents, and the communities served by their residences about the benefits of long-term care insurance.
In response to the recent tropical storms and hurricanes that have affected much of the southern United States, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has released an updated tip sheet about getting medical care and prescription drugs in a dis
Taking on more memory care patients equates to potentially adding more risk. Learn about product and service innovations that can help to mitigate increased risk and help provide better service to residents.
This session will help providers identify operational vulnerabilities that may lead to legal liabilities. Learn what you can do to improve your communication with your residents, their families and state regulators to avoid legal conflict.
Clinical experts will share some of the industry’s best practices in the critically important area of medication management. Plus, learn about specific technologies that can be employed to improve medication management efficiency, bolster accountability a
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